Stephanie M.
About Stephanie M.
Stephanie M. is a Senior Manager of Business and Legal Affairs at Boat Rocker Media, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a Paralegal Diploma from triOS College and has extensive experience in music legal agreements, project management, and rights negotiation.
Current Role at Boat Rocker Media
Stephanie M. serves as the Senior Manager of Business and Legal Affairs at Boat Rocker Media, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she oversees various legal matters related to business operations, focusing on music exploitation and licensing agreements. Her responsibilities include structuring and negotiating legal agreements, engaging with composers and performers, and managing royalty collection processes. Her extensive knowledge of music rights and legal frameworks supports the company's production initiatives.
Previous Experience at Boat Rocker Media
Prior to her current role, Stephanie M. held multiple positions at Boat Rocker Media. She worked as a Coordinator in Business & Legal Affairs for eight months in 2015, before advancing to the role of Manager in Business & Legal Affairs from 2016 to 2018. In these positions, she gained valuable experience in negotiating and drafting music legal agreements and managing various aspects of business affairs within the media industry.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Stephanie M. has a diverse educational background. She earned a B.A. Honours Double Major in Anthropology and Communications Studies from York University, completing her studies from 2002 to 2008. She also obtained a Paralegal Diploma from triOS College, achieving a final overall average of 98% during her studies from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, she pursued Continuing Education in Fine Arts, Painting, and French at Sheridan College, as well as Broadcast Television Production at Seneca College.
Expertise in Music and Legal Affairs
Stephanie M. possesses extensive expertise in music legal affairs, particularly in relation to union and non-union productions. She is skilled in music exploitation via streaming platforms and royalty collection. Her experience includes negotiating and drafting legal agreements for digital applications and games, as well as managing rights related to Content ID systems. Her analytical thinking and detail-oriented approach enable her to navigate complex legal landscapes effectively.
Professional Experience in Production
Before joining Boat Rocker Media, Stephanie M. worked as an Assistant Producer at Filmblanc from 2009 to 2012. This role provided her with foundational experience in production, enhancing her understanding of the media landscape. Her project management skills are evident in her work on re-licensing lapsed music agreements for television series, which opened new distribution opportunities.